Callaway High School

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Callaway High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
601 Beasley Rd,  Jackson, MS
Jackson Public School District
3.7
4.0
994 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Chuconna Anderson
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
840
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
30%
Average GPA
3.17
Graduation Rate
83%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.17
Reading Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
51%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
71
Full Time Teachers
71
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
840
Math
410
Verbal
430
Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
18
Reading
19
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
22.5%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
236:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
Black
95.9%
Hispanic
2.6%
Two or more races
1.1%
White
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mississippi State University 297 Students
Jackson State University 291 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 241 Students
Hinds Community College 224 Students
Alcorn State University 201 Students
University of Mississippi 183 Students
Tougaloo College 130 Students
Holmes Community College 107 Students
Belhaven University 104 Students
Louisiana State University 94 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 89 Students
Biology 56 Students
Business 53 Students
Psychology 39 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 30 Students
Cosmetology 24 Students
Physical Therapy 20 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 19 Students
Real Estate 19 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 82 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/27/2023
What I like about Callaway High School is that they give you many opportunities. They also provide classes to help you get a chance to get back in place and work hard for what you deserve. During these past 4 years at Callaway High school has been the best four years of my entire life. I have made new friends along the years and have gotten more opportunities. Being a senior at Callaway shows that sooner or later I will be a Callaway High School alumni and I will go on to accomplish my dreams. To the teachers and administration I thank you for being there and helping me through the struggles and ups and downs. Without you guys I wouldn't be the person I am today.
4.0 Senior
11/24/2019
The overall experience at Callaway High School is good. Most of the teachers are understanding & caring when it comes to the students. Although there are some flaws to the school, overall it is a great learning environment.
4.0 Junior
12/28/2018
I love Callaway...my whole family just about from Callaway. Which is what I want to do, graduating from C-way is tradition in my family. At Callaway you meet friends that will last a life time.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/27/2007
3.0 student
12/31/2006

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Callaway High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Jackson, MS and is served by the Jackson Public School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 994 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 30% are proficient in reading. Callaway High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.17, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 840 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $176,281. Discover additional schools in the area, like New Hope Christian School, The Education Center School, Jackson Academy, and more. Learn more about what Jackson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Callaway High School.

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